52 Abused And Neglected Kids To Get 24 New CASA Volunteers On Their Side
Abused and neglected children in the community will have 24 new CASA volunteers on their side on Thursday, June 15 at 3:30 p.m., The new CASA volunteers will be sworn in at Family Court 601 N. Pecos Road, courtroom 9. The volunteers will advocate for the best interests of 52 children. Many more volunteers are […]
Courts to close June 19 to commemorate Juneteenth
At the recent legislative session, state lawmakers passed legislation making Juneteenth a state holiday in Nevada. Governor Joe Lombardo signed AB140 into law on June 6. On Monday, June 19, the courts will commemorate Juneteenth. The Regional Justice Center and Family Court will be closed on June 19, and resume operations on Tuesday, June 20. On […]
Judicial Investiture reflects traditions of Hawaii
Las Vegas is home to a large Hawaiian community. It is referred to by some as “the ninth island.” The beauty of the Hawaiian culture was shared at the investiture of Judge Danielle K. Chio and Judge Jacob A. Reynolds. Judge Chio is the first woman of Hawaiian ancestry to serve on the District Court […]
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Judges Danielle Chio and Jacob Reynolds to swear oath at investiture
Judges Danielle K. Chio and Jacob A. Reynolds will be ceremonially sworn in at an investiture on June 6 at 3 p.m. Investitures are formal ceremonies with significant symbolism, as new judges publicly swear an oath to uphold justice. The investiture will be live-streamed at https://www.facebook.com/clarkcountycourts. Judge Chio was appointed by Governor Joe Lombardo to […]
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Public invited to give input on District Court ADR/Discovery Commissioner candidates
The public is invited to provide comments regarding finalists for ADR/Discovery Commissioner candidates with the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada. Public input is part of a three-tiered recruitment process established in an administrative directive for selecting District Court hearing masters and commissioners. Input on the candidates can be e-mailed to the Eighth Judicial District Court […]
Young adult treatment courts are making inroads with recovery and offering those with criminal history opportunity for a promising future
Examples of those who appear to be hopelessly addicted to drugs are everywhere. The impact to their family, friends and community is profound. The reported cost for incarceration in the Clark County Detention Center for one night is $245. The cost to families is immeasurable. The Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada Transitional Age Program […]
Las Vegas autism court brings effective methods and resources for youth and charts a course for others to follow
When the detention alternative for autistic youth (DAAY) treatment court gets underway, Judge Sunny Bailey knows what needs to be done, and she and a specialized team of professionals make it happen. The court works with precision to get kids with autism in the juvenile justice system on track. Many of the youth are undiagnosed […]
Child Abuse Prevention Month To Wrap Up With 24 New CASA Volunteers Who Will Swear Oath To Speak For Children Who Need An Advocate
The CASA Program will finish the month of April, which is Child Abuse Prevention Month, on a high note, when 24 new volunteers swear an oath to become Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). On April 28 at noon, in courtroom 9 at Family Court at 601 N. Pecos Road, the new volunteers will participate in […]
Nevada Governor appoints new judge to Eighth Judicial Court Family Division
Governor Joe Lombardo announced his appointment of Gregory G. Gordon to the Eighth Judicial District Court, Family Division, department C. He replaces recently retired Judge Rebecca Burton. The Commission on Judicial Selection interviewed applicants and recommended three candidates to the governor for his selection to fill the vacant judicial seat. “I’m pleased to announce that […]
District Court taking applications for Alternative Dispute Resolution/Discovery Commissioner
The Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada is accepting employment applications for alternative dispute resolution (ADR)/Discovery commissioner position. The application closing date is May 4, 2023 at 5 p.m. The ADR/Discovery commissioner will be assigned to the alternative dispute resolution and Discovery will be responsible for implementing various alternatives through which participants can pass in order […]